Exceptional collector's item: this Volkswagen Beetle toy was produced by JNF (Josef Neuhierl Fabrik), a Bavarian tin toy manufacturer founded in Fürth, Germany. Manufactured during the era of occupied Germany (1945–1949), it bears the stamp or inscription "Made in US Zone Germany" or "British Zone," attesting to its historical rarity and age.
The presence of the original box is a significant asset that greatly increases the value of the item in the eyes of specialized collectors.
Features
- Brand: JNF — Josef Neuhierl Fabrik (Fürth, Bavaria, Germany)
- Model: Volkswagen Beetle (Coxé)
- Material: Lithographed and painted tinplate
- Era: Occupied Germany, circa 1945–1949
- Original box included
A historical rarity
Toys produced during the period of occupied Germany are among the rarest and most sought-after on the global antique toy market. JNF Neuhierl is a benchmark brand for collectors of post-war German toys. With its box, this item represents an exceptional opportunity.